Members bringbckclinton Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 About to seriously upgrade my acoustic, looking at: Larrivee L series- 03 or 05Tacomas What else should I take a look at? I don't favor Taylors.
Members Cldplytkmn Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 I'd add the -15 Martins and say you're just about on the right track. of course the used market would expand your options greatly.
Members woody b Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 If you are going to a store to actually play the guitars try everything. Don't get caught up in what's on the headstock.
Members bringbckclinton Posted September 18, 2005 Author Members Posted September 18, 2005 Indeed, I should have added that I have no problems buying used, and I will play them if I buy from a store locally. Oh yeah, must be all solid woods.
Members knockwood Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 Great Screen Name. I'd say definitely try everything you were already thinking about trying, plus everything others have so far suggested in this thread. I understand the natural inclination toward all solid woods, but maybe consider relaxing that particular demand when it comes to sides as this will allow the Seagull Artist series into your mix. Larry 05 series may be a little out of your range unless you buy used, but the 03 series is great. Only difference I've been able to detect is bling. Martin 15 series is beautiful, and so are the prices.
Members studyscoot Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 Mitch Hedberg...doesn't get any better. All of the choices that you've discussed are good ones. I'm not really into the 15 martins, though tons of people are on this forum. I also didn't really like taylors that much, until I played the right one. The larrivee seems to be the best bet.
Members bringbckclinton Posted September 18, 2005 Author Members Posted September 18, 2005 LOL, in all honesty, this thread is to get you guys to wake me up to something besides Larrivee, I am obsessed with them!! but I promise to try others first b4 I buy. Never liked Martins that much, but I've only played like 3. I'll give the 15's a run for the money.
Members Cldplytkmn Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 check out the takamine natural series... if cedar tops might float your boat
Members studyscoot Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 Well, I do own a taylor now, and like it a lot, but it was in the $1500 range
Members labjr Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 Definitely check out Larrivee. I don't believe there's a better guitar for the money. At least not in your price range.
Members guit30 Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 Get a Martin D-16GT http://www.martinguitar.com/guitars/choosing/guitars.php?p=z&g=h&m=D-16GT Jim-had one, sounded great. not the neck for me, about 950, including case
Members dan_k_buds Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 alvarez - wy1ebay $800 used http://www.alvarezgtr.com/productpage.htm?CatID=34&ItemID=143
Members labjr Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 I personally don't feel the lower line Martins sound as nice or are of the same materials and workmanship as the Larrivees. And Micarta bridge and fretboard. Sorry but that doesn't cut it for me.
Members kcswimjustin Posted September 18, 2005 Members Posted September 18, 2005 Hi, My two cents: Try an Eastman Archback Jumbo. It's a flat-top guitar with an arched back (like some Larrivees or Guilds) with all-solid woods. I love mine -- great projection/tone/playability. Some flatpickers aren't too fond of the thinner fretboard radius, but I don't mind a bit. You could definitely get one for under $900. www.eastmanguitars.com. Has anyone else played/tried one of these? I'd love to hear what an "experienced" player of fine acoustics has to say. kcswimjustin
Members lalatingstrings Posted September 20, 2005 Members Posted September 20, 2005 ALVAREZ YAIRI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!it might be a bit more than 900 unless used but they are guitar heaven.do you a favor and check one out......
Members deevee Posted September 22, 2005 Members Posted September 22, 2005 $900 is the Larrivee sweetspot, mang! You can get some bling!
Members Herb Hunter Posted September 22, 2005 Members Posted September 22, 2005 Originally posted by bringbckclinton What else should I take a look at? I don't favor Taylors. It would be easier to recommend something if you provided a better idea of what you are looking for. I am curious, what is it that you don't like about Taylors?
Members Herb Hunter Posted September 22, 2005 Members Posted September 22, 2005 It just occured to me that a better question would be to ask what brands to stay away from based on quality and support. Everyone is going to suggest their favorite brand which doesn't really help you. You should pick out one that suits you from a list of reputable brands.
Members guitarcapo Posted September 23, 2005 Members Posted September 23, 2005 BUY THIS AND FIX IT UP NICE!
Members catdaddy Posted September 23, 2005 Members Posted September 23, 2005 Originally posted by guitarcapo BUY THIS AND FIX IT UP NICE! Whew! For a minute I thought it might be an accordian!
Members t60 fan Posted September 23, 2005 Members Posted September 23, 2005 I'd try to find a (used) Larrivee L series in Blackwood - I'm a big fan of that tonewood.
Members redman Posted September 23, 2005 Members Posted September 23, 2005 Originally posted by labjr I personally don't feel the lower line Martins sound as nice or are of the same materials and workmanship as the Larrivees. And Micarta bridge and fretboard. Sorry but that doesn't cut it for me. The Martin 15 series does not have a Micarta bridge and fretboard. The fretboard and bridge are rosewood and the saddle is micarta which can be replaced with bone for about $20. It amazes me that folks have a problem with micarta as a saddle material because it's plastic or "not a natural material". But then there seems to be no problem with a tusq saddle. I do agree that Larivees are nice guitars but whether one brand of guitar sounds nicer than the other is completely subjective. It would be very hard to compare the tone of say a Martin D-15 with a Larivee D03 since one has a mahogany top the other has spruce. My guess is that some folks ears will gravitate to the mahogany, other will gravitate to the spruce. In either case you will be playing a fine instrument.
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